Champ Bailey "Something To Prove"

Hot Georgia nights are typical in the southern state. People want to stay indoors on those balmy nights. Not in Folkston, Georgia, however. The families would gather together on Friday nights and watch their High School football team play. Charlton County High School turned out some great athletes, almost 50 Division 1 gridiron stars. Names like Larry Smith, Joe Hagins. But none have made a mark as much as one special player. His name is Champ Bailey. Roland Bailey Jr. was born June 22, 1978 and raised in the small town of Folkston (3 stoplight town) throughout his life before college. In 1989, I drove through Folkston. Who would have known that there was an 11 year old football star in the making? Champ was born of Elaine and Roland Sr.. He was also the 2nd oldest brother of 3. Ronald and Rodney and one sister, Danielle. His younger brother was Rodney. Mom nicknamed them, though. Roland was called "Champ" while his little brother was named "Boss.&quo...